Eastern Kentucky Colonels at SIUE Cougars Free Prediction 02/02/19

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Expect a fast-paced game when the Eastern Kentucky Colonels (10-12, 3-6 OVC) travel to SIUE to play the Cougars (7-14, 3-6 OVC). Action gets underway at 8 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 2, 2019.

Eastern Kentucky Colonels at SIUE Cougars ATS Odds

In their last matchup, the Cougars beat the Morehead State Eagles, 83-76, while the Colonels lost a close one to the Eastern Illinois Panthers, 67-66.

The Cougars held the Eagles to an offensive rebounding percentage of 22.9 (below their season average of 30.1) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.630 (above their season average of 0.464). Eastern Kentucky, on the other hand, forced Eastern Illinois into a turnover percentage of 20.7 (above their season average of 16.1). SIUE was led by Tyresse Williford, who finished with 23 points. Nick Mayo, meanwhile fueled Eastern Kentucky with 15 points and 10 rebounds.

The Cougars won the sole game between these two teams last season, 85-82. SIUE had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.651 vs. 0.508). Eastern Kentucky, on the other hand, had a much better turnover percentage (13.1 vs. 20.2). This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.

There could be plenty of transition offense in this battle that showcases a pair of the NCAA’s more up-and-down teams. SIUE ranks 34th in possessions per game (74.0) and Eastern Kentucky is second (82.2).

Eastern Kentucky Colonels at SIUE Cougars Pick

College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – SIUE, ATS Winner – SIUE, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Eastern Kentucky averages 38.2 rebounds per game, which ranks 55th in the nation. SIUE ranks 221st in rebounds allowed per game (37.1).
  • The Colonels average 11.0 steals per game, which ranks first in the nation. The Cougars rank 120th in steals allowed per game (6.6).
  • The Colonels rank 41st in assists per game (15.7) while the Cougars rank 203rd (12.2).
  • Eastern Kentucky ranks 21st in three pointers attempted per game (28.0) while SIUE ranks 145th (22.4).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Colonels’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 7.4, up from 1.7 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Cougars have scored an average of 76.4 points per game (1.8 above their season average) and allowed an average of 81.6 points per game (0.6 above their season average).